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Mauritania has many hidden gems. Nouakchott is one of them. It offers something different from other places you have visited. For example, you can find unique local products at the Marche Capitale, see the unique architecture of Nouakchott Mosque, and see the beautiful beach in Port de Peche. Here are important things you must know about Nouakchott before visiting it.

Travel Tips for Nouakchott

What you need to know before traveling here

Getting Around Nouakchott

A guide to Nouakchott's local transportation

Minibus
Private Taxi
Train

The minibus is the primary public transportation in Nouakchott. Some companies operate minibuses. This transportation model will take you from Nouadhibou to Nouakchott. Ensure you know the route of the minibus before taking one.

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Things to prepare and best way to visit

What is the Weather Like in Nouakchott?

Nouakchott is recommended for those who love to travel to warm areas. The weather is warm all year round, with an average temperature between 84 and 95 degrees Celsius. You can stay near the beach to enjoy a warm, sunny, and windy atmosphere. The temperature in the areas near the sea is also lower, between 68 and 82 degrees Celsius. Nouakchott has a rainy season in some months. The conditions are wet and cooler during this season. The rainfall in this area varies from 4mm to 17mm per month. It even reaches 41mm to 64mm in specific months, such as August and September. The sunshine hour is stable all year around in Nouakchott. You can enjoy the sunshine for 10 hours anytime you go to this area.

What Are the Best Attractions in Nouakchott?

Beautiful Beaches The beaches in Nouakchott are beautiful, with magnificent scenery of the Atlantic Ocean. You can go to Port de Peche to see its beauty yourself. It is also a perfect time to enjoy the surroundings around the beach, such as fishing boats, local fishermen, and a fish market. Unique Local Handicrafts Go to a specific place, such as Marche Capitale, to buy local handicrafts for a gift. This area offers various products, including Nouakchott’s traditional clothes, hand-woven bags, and many more. It is also a perfect place to buy some spices and household goods. Imagine that you can also find damaged electronics and broken car parts in this market. Nouakchott Mosque You may love to learn Islam around the world. If so, visit Nouakchott Mosque when you are visiting this area. It is not only seeing the architecture of the mosque but also the daily activities of the Muslims living around the area. Specifically, you will see a typical Saudi-style mosque when exploring this area. The two large towers are the sign that you are getting closer to the mosque.

What Are the Must-Try Foods in Nouakchott?

Thieboudienne Thieboudienne is one of the things you must know about Nouakchott. It is one of the traditional dishes you must try when visiting this area. This dish is made of fish and rice that is served with a white and red sauce. The sauce gives a fresh taste because of the tomatoes. Local people often cook Thieboudienne with vegetables like onions, carrots, cabbage, and hot pepper. They also mix it with cassava, lime, peanut oil, and stock cubes to strengthen the flavour. Mechoui Mechoui is one of the recommended dishes for meat lovers. This dish is made of whole sheep or lamb spit. Local people often roast the meat like a barbeque. Some people also cook Mechoui with fish. It can be a good alternative if you don’t want to eat meat. People in Nouakchott love to cook the meat and kidneys by sticking them on a tree branch. They sprinkle the meat with spices to give it a strong taste. Maechoui tastes more delicious if it is cooked using a slow-cooking method.

Where should I stay in Nouakchott?

To find the best place to stay in Nouakchott, go to specific areas, such as Avenue Moctar Ould Daddah, Yacoub Ould Cheikh Sidya, and Cheikh Zayed. Tourists love to visit these areas because they can easily find comfortable hotels. The rooms, services, and facilities of the hotels around the area are also good enough. At the very least, you can put your bags in and rest before or after exploring interesting places in Nouakchott. The cost of the hotel varies so you can choose according to your budget.

What Should I Know Before Visiting Nouakchott?

The weather in Nouakchott is hot, especially for those who are visiting this area for the first time. The hot weather is followed by dust and wind. Prepare yourself well before exploring this area, such as taking sunscreen, eyeglasses, and a hat anywhere you go. Some areas, such as mosques, are restricted to foreigners or non-Muslim travellers. Before passing through an area, ensure that you know whether you are allowed to enter.

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